Success storySeptember 14 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD7"I started to feel like I was in my 20s again!"In 2017 when Amy's weight reached its all-time high of 400 lbs (181 kg), she realized that she needed to make a change.
September 13 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD1Metabolic flexibility, and what makes a diet workWhat is metabolic flexibility and why does it matter when determining what an optimal diet is? Is a ketogenic diet optimal for most people?
RecipeSeptember 13 2019, recipe by Pascale Naessens, photo by Roos Mestdagh, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE7Meatballs in ginger-soy brothA spicy ginger-soy broth gives a unique Asian touch to this excellent low carb meatball recipe. These delicious, tender turkey meatballs are ideal for…
VideoSeptember 11 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD2The relationship between insulin and ketonesDr. Benjamin Bikman explains how mitochondria – the power plants of the cells – can use nutrient energy in two different ways.
VideoSeptember 10 2019, by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD76Keto seed crackersHere’s our second keto video recipe ever. It’s a crispy keto seed cracker with a nice nutty taste of sesame seeds.
NewsSeptember 10 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD13Alternate-day fasting is safe and effectiveA recent study published provides a somewhat meaningful addition to the literature on the safety and efficacy of fasting.
NewsSeptember 9 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD12New genetic study shows LDL and blood pressure still matterFor most of us, dismissing LDL as a heart disease risk factor is just not necessary to justify low carb because most research studies show that LDL…
RecipeSeptember 9 2019, recipe by Anne Aobadia, photo by Emma Shevtzoff, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE8Low carb stuffed cabbage rollsStuffed cabbage rolls are satisfying, delicious, and easy to make. This Swedish-inspired low carb version uses cauliflower instead of rice and a…
GuideSeptember 8 2019, by Jennifer Calihan, Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD20Keto diet foods — top three mistakes at the grocery storeHere are the top three mistakes people make when buying groceries on the keto diet – and how to avoid them.
RecipeSeptember 8 2019, by Kristin Berglund, RN9Packed low-carb and keto lunchesIt’s lunch time and you’re hungry… Grabbing something quick and easy is tempting but not always the healthiest alternative in the long run.
Success storySeptember 7 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MD14'The key is just to keep carbs below 20 grams per day'Diagnosed with diabetes? Are drugs the only answer? Read Michael’s story to find out how he avoided diabetes medications and complications with a…
Member columnSeptember 6 2019, by Dr. Bret Scher, MD11I have a confession. I am not crazy!Although if you ask my former co-workers and some of my friends, they might disagree. “You’re crazy!” was a common phrase I heard when I…
GuideSeptember 5 2019, by Anne Mullens, BSc, BJ, medical review by Dr. Bret Scher, MDWhat you need to know about low blood pressureLow blood pressure is generally harmless. But if yours is causing you symptoms like dizziness and fainting, check out our new guide for helpful tips.
NewsSeptember 4 2019, by Amanda Åkesson, BSc, medical review by Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt, MD10How much fat, protein, carbs to eat on a keto diet?What are some hot topics among our members? Here are the top three topics that trended in The Diet Doctor Facebook Group last week:
RecipeSeptember 4 2019, recipe by Jill Wallentin, photo by Frida Ström, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE4Lebanese garlic cream (toum)If you love garlic as much as we do, this may quite possibly be your new favorite keto side dish. This irresistible Lebanese version of aioli is…
